nvim-tree / nvim-tree/nvim-tree.lua

Migrate To `winbuffix`

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feature request PR please QOL
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Description

I believe this would be really helpul to avoid loading a buffer within the nvimtree window.

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Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by investigating how nvim-tree opens or loads buffers in its window and what winbuffix refers to; done means avoiding the unwanted buffer load without breaking normal tree behavior.

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Assessment

Tech stack
lua
Domain
tooling
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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